Domaine Rijckaert - Viré-Clessé - "Rendez-Vous de Septembre" - White - 2023

Wine:

Blending the diverse terroirs of the appellation into a harmonious whole, the 2023 white Viré-Clessé Rendez-Vous de Septembre wine reveals a fully ripe profile, with exotic fruit aromas—most notably pineapple. Its bright, zesty finish is finely tuned and delicately framed by a touch of bitterness, creating a beautifully balanced wine. Perfect as an apéritif, with grilled or meunière-style fish, or even escargots. Rated 93/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation (100%) using indigenous yeasts, followed by 11 months' ageing on lees, without racking or stirring, in oak barrels (70% aged 6 to 12 years and 30% newer). Bottled at and by the estate, light fining (mineral) and filtration.

Color:

Bright pale yellow.

Nose:

Fully mature profile, exotic notes, hints of pineapple.

Palate:

The wine reveals a deliberately dry juice, with a tangy finish, a precise rhythm and very delicate bitter notes. A beautifully balanced wine.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Appetizers, chicken wings or escargots with parsley, mushroom risotto, grilled fish or meunière style, goat cheese.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2030, and beyond for enthusiasts.

A true Chardonnay specialist with a rich history in both the Mâconnais and Jura regions, Rijckaert has become a name of real significance.

Under the guidance of Florent Rouve, the range has reached new heights, marked by crystalline and saline purity, supported by a savory structure and precise aging that adds depth without overwhelming.

These expressive and compelling white wines strike a fine balance while vividly capturing the nuances of their terroirs. They deliver real drinking pleasure, preserving the brightness of the fruit aromas and flavors. Whites like these can win over every kind of wine lover—simply irresistible!